Khairi Kalan - Rishikesh, Dehradun
Khairi Kalan is a village situated in the Rishikesh tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rishikesh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Khairi Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairi Kalan is 045349. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.77 hectares and falls under the 248140 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khairi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rishikesh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairi Kalan
As per Census 2011, Khairi Kalan village has a total population of 1,102 people, consisting of 568 males and 534 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 813 literate and 289 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairi Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,102 | 568 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 68 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 456 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 289 | 112 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Khairi Kalan
Khairi Kalan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Garhimay Chak | North-East | 0.77 km |
| Khairi Khurd | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Bibiwala | East | 1.65 km |
| Shiddar Wala | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Thakurpur | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Sahab Nagar | West | 1.90 km |
| Chak Jogi Wala | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Jogiwala Mafi | West | 3.25 km |
| Gohri Mafi | South | 4.59 km |
| Motichur Range | South-West | 7.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khairi Kalan
Khairi Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Virbhadra, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Khairi Kalan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Khairi Kalan is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairi Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khairi Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairi Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khairi Kalan
Where is Khairi Kalan located?
Khairi Kalan village is located in Rishikesh Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairi Kalan?
Khairi Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khairi Kalan?
The pincode of Khairi Kalan is 248140.
What is the population of Khairi Kalan?
Khairi Kalan has a total population of 1,102, including 568 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Khairi Kalan?
There are 231 households in Khairi Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Khairi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairi Kalan is 73.77%. Male literacy is 80.28% and female literacy is 66.85%.